SAMVAT / SAMVATSARA - சம்வத் / சம்வத்சர

Language - Sanskrit/Telugu

Telugu Word - చమ్వత్ / చమ్వత్చర

Year or Era, particularly the Vikrama Samvat era. Example: Historical land documents in Telangana might mention dates in the 'Vikrama Samvat' era, requiring conversion to the Common Era (AD) by adding 57 to the given year. These terms refer to a year or era, specifically the Vikrama Samvat era, which is a historical calendar system widely used in India. It is believed to have been started by King Vikramaditya of Ujjain in 57 BCE. To convert a Vikrama Samvat year to the Common Era (AD), you need to add 57 to the given year. Understanding the Vikrama Samvat era and its conversion is crucial for interpreting dates mentioned in historical land documents and accurately placing them in the timeline of Telangana's history.